Fewer obstacles for Chong Wei in French Open


Chen Long reacts after winning the Denmark Open final against Lee Chong Wei. He has pulled out of the French Open, clearing the path for Chong Wei. – AFP Photo

KUALA LUMPUR: Cutting a small cake with his wife Wong Mew Choo in Paris – the city of love – must have been a perfect birthday setting and timely break for World No. 1 singles shuttler Lee Chong Wei.

Chong Wei, who turned 31 on Monday, is now all pumped up and ready to show that age is not a barrier as he seeks to make a quick rebound at the French Open this week.

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